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Which of the following is the most secure practice for managing passwords used for official online communication accounts?

The most secure practice is using a long, unique password together with two-factor authentication. Uniqueness prevents one leaked password from opening other accounts, and the second factor blocks access even if the password is stolen. Reusing, sharing or visibly noting passwords all make unauthorised access easy.

  1. AUse the same easy-to-remember password across all accounts
  2. BShare the password with colleagues over chat for convenience
  3. CUse a long, unique password with two-factor authenticationCorrect
  4. DWrite the password on a sticky note attached to the monitor

Explanation

A long unique password limits damage if one account is compromised, and two-factor authentication adds a second barrier. Reusing, sharing or displaying passwords exposes accounts to unauthorised access.

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